Description
These Oven-Baked Crispy Parmesan Chicken Tenders are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken tenders. Coated in a flavorful mixture of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings, they are baked to golden perfection for a crispy finish. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, these chicken tenders are sure to be a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Tenders:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken tenders
Breadcrumb Coating:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Egg Wash:
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
Others:
- Cooking spray or olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack.
- Prepare egg wash: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- Make breadcrumb coating: In a separate bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat chicken tenders: Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Bake: Place the coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet or rack. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, use a wire rack on the baking sheet to allow airflow around the tenders.
- You can substitute Italian seasoning with a mix of dried basil, oregano, and thyme.
- These tenders pair well with marinara, ranch, or honey mustard dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
